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Research news

20 November 2024

Empowering Parents for Early Childhood Development

Dr. Nayeli Gonzalez-Gomez’s innovative activity packs aim to enhance cognitive development and empower parents, now expanding to Argentina to support vulnerable children.

group photo of parents and early years practitioners

20 November 2024

Siblings’ Startup Tackles Pollution with Algae Innovation in Global Ports

BioBright, founded by Vanessa and Ayrton Barzasi, uses algae to combat maritime pollution and promote sustainability worldwide.

BioBright and the founders

20 November 2024

Oxford Institute for Applied Health Research Symposium

Fostering collaboration and conversation to drive innovation and tackle shared healthcare challenges.

people listening to speakers speak at the Oxford Institute for Applied Health Research Symposium

20 November 2024

Reflecting on the Vernacular

Insights from the “Knowing the Vernacular” Conference and LEGO Architecture Exhibition.

lego building behind a glass display

15 November 2024

Oxford Brookes Helps Train Future Science Leaders

Oxford Brookes partners with leading institutions to train the next generation of researchers addressing global challenges in life and environmental sciences.

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06 November 2024

K-pop and J-pop: Music genres offering far more than just catchy beats and energetic dance moves

K-pop and J-pop aren’t just niche interests—they’re now firmly embedded in pop culture, with K-pop singles and J-pop anthems frequently climbing UK charts and securing top spots on streaming platforms.

An image depicting K-pop and J-pop

01 November 2024

Veterinarians struggle with alcohol stigma and fear seeking help, research finds

Veterinarians with poor work-related mental health and higher levels of alcohol consumption are fearful of the consequences of seeking help, according to research by Oxford Brookes University.

An image depicting a glass of alcohol

31 October 2024

Trapped by debt: How council rules are keeping homeless families in limbo

Children and domestic violence victims are among thousands of people trapped in temporary accommodation in England because of council rules on housing debt, according to research by Oxford Brookes University and King's College London.

A photo of a residential street in the UK

28 October 2024

Oxford Brookes University Researchers Advocate for Sustainable Healthcare

Exploring the role of occupational therapy in planetary health: Dr. Tanya Rihtman and Ka Yan Hess discuss sustainability in healthcare on the Oxford Brookes Unscripted podcast.

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25 October 2024

Blueprint for early intervention to support vulnerable A&E patients developed at Oxford Brookes

A guide for launching Hospital Navigator schemes to help improve the lives of vulnerable people has been developed by Oxford Brookes academics.

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